Hospital Social Worker: Care Coordination & Crisis Support

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a Social Worker to assist patients with complex psychosocial needs, help determine eligibility for social programs, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.

You will provide crisis intervention, referrals from at-risk populations, and guidance on community resources. LMSW or higher licensure is required, with preferred LCSW; strong communication and ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• LMSW licensure required; LCSW preferred.
• 3+ years hospital social work or protective services experience preferred.
• Experience in psychosocial and therapeutic counseling preferred.
• Knowledge of case management, payors and reimbursement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Intervene with patients who have complex psychosocial needs.
• Assist with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources.
• Coordinate a plan of care for high-risk patient populations.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients and families.
• Receive referrals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members.

Skills

LMSW licensure

3+ yrs hospital social work

Case management

Strong communication

Medicare/Medicaid knowledge

Job description

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a Social Worker to assist patients with complex psychosocial needs, help determine eligibility for social programs, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.

You will provide crisis intervention, referrals from at-risk populations, and guidance on community resources. LMSW or higher licensure is required, with preferred LCSW; strong communication and ability to work under pressure are essential.